Kane Mountain Fire Tower Trailhead — Attraction in Town of Caroga

Kane Mountain Fire Tower is a fantastic hike in the Caroga Lake area. This a moderately challenging hike with a very nice reward at the end. The hike is very popular and part of the Fulton Five Hikes and ADK Fire Tower Challenge. There are two trails going up and down the mountain Many people combine both for a loop trip of two miles. The red trail is .8 miles long and is a straight up somewhat steep climb. The blue trail is 1.2 miles long and has some spots with gentle gradients. The middle of the blue trail is the steepest part. When you reach the summit, you will have to climb the fire tower to enjoy the views. The fire tower has easy access to the cab. Views in all direction from the cab are beautiful. The surrounding lakes and mountains are one of a kind. On weekends and holidays the parking lot can fill up. The parking lot is shared with the Stewart Lake Trailhead. Come prepared to enjoy one of the nicest hikes...

I have done this hike several times over the years. The hike is to a Adirondack Fire Tower that was built in 1925. Next to the firetower is an abandoned cabin that, until 1987, housed the fireman stationed there. I am not one for heights but the kids running up and down the stairs without any fear say it is a breathtaking view. I was lucky enough to bump into a volunteer Ranger at the top and hear some of his stories.

There are two trails up to the tower that are both fairly short with some areas steep gains and rocky terrain. I was out and back in about 80 minutes. There is an outhouse at the trailhead and was enough parking when I went on a Saturday afternoon.

When you leave head over to the Lakeview store in Caroga and check out the complete book of all of the Adirondack Fire towers and start planning your next trip. Enjoy the view from the top. If you made it up please find my...

If looking for a great small hike with the kids, or a beginner getting into hiking. Kane mountain is perfect for you. Getting to the trail is super easy right by green lake. With two trail heads to pick from, you can pick the easier red trail head or the little more difficult blue. With us having the little ones, we did the easier trail which was only .8 miles to the top. Trail is very enjoyable with some points of muddy/ wet locations. As long as you have the right footwear this shouldn’t be a problem. At the top you have an amazing view from the top of the fire tower. With a 360 degree view from the top, picture taking is a must. Unfortunately the cabin that’s located at the top was sealed off from the public. Was told to many people we vandalizing it. Which is a shame. Overall definitely a great little hike for a beginner to someone who just loves to be in...